About
Dr. Sonia Patel brings over a decade of experience delivering comprehensive medical care to children. She graduated with honors from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency in pediatrics at Flushing Hospital Medical Center. She holds membership in the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Her background spans emergency medicine, urgent care, and private practice settings. Dr. Patel takes an empathetic approach to patient care and applies strong diagnostic skills to every visit. She spends her time outside the office traveling, exploring the outdoors, learning new skills, and connecting with family.
Education & Training
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine (graduated with honors)
Residency
Pediatrics, Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Patel right for?
Dr. Patel is a strong fit for families seeking a physician with broad pediatric experience. Parents of young children benefit from her background in emergency and urgent care settings. She works well with families who value both diagnostic precision and a warm, empathetic approach. Her versatility makes her an excellent choice for children with complex or hard-to-diagnose concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Patel has over a decade of experience caring for children across multiple settings. Her background includes emergency medicine, urgent care, and private practice pediatrics. That breadth of experience sharpens her diagnostic approach for a wide range of childhood illnesses and conditions.
Dr. Patel graduated with honors from Ross University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in pediatrics at Flushing Hospital Medical Center. She also holds membership in the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Patel is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She trained specifically in pediatrics during her residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center and has practiced pediatric medicine for over a decade.
Dr. Patel takes an empathetic approach with every child and family she sees. She combines that warmth with strong diagnostic skills to provide thorough, thoughtful care. Families often appreciate her ability to stay calm and precise during urgent or stressful visits.
Dr. Patel sees children from newborns through school age, consistent with the full scope of care at Rivertowns Pediatrics. Her emergency medicine background makes her especially well-suited for acute and urgent childhood illnesses.
Dr. Patel treats the full range of pediatric conditions, including acute illnesses, infections, and general wellness concerns. Her experience in emergency and urgent care settings means she handles both routine and complex presentations with confidence.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026